How to Measure your Walls for Wallpaper Murals

 

If you're planning to add some new wallpaper to your home, it's important to measure your walls accurately. Measuring your walls ensures that you purchase the correct amount of wallpaper and avoid any unnecessary waste. In this video, we'll walk you through the steps to measure your wall for wallpaper.

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Tools You'll Need:

Measuring Tape

Paper and Pencil

Calculator

Step 1: Determine the Wall Height

Start by measuring the height of your wall from floor to ceiling. Measure at several different points along the wall, as floors and ceilings are rarely perfectly levels. Note down the highest measurement as your wall height.

Step 2: Measure the Wall Width

Next, measure the width of your wall. Again, measure at several points along the wall, as walls can sometimes be uneven. Note down the longest measurement as your wall width.

Step 3: Calculate the Square Footage

To calculate the square footage of your wall, simply multiply the height by the width. For example, if your wall is 8 feet high and 12 feet wide, the square footage would be 96 square feet (8 x 12 = 96).

Step 4: Subtract Doors and Windows

If your wall has windows or doors, you'll need to subtract their square footage from your total square footage. To do this, measure the height and width of each door and window, then multiply those numbers to get the square footage. Subtract the total square footage of all doors and windows from the total square footage of your wall.

Step 5: Calculate the Amount of Wallpaper Needed

Once you've determined the total square footage of your wall, you can calculate the amount of wallpaper you'll need. Most wallpaper comes in rolls that are typically 20 inches wide and 33 feet long. To calculate the number of rolls you'll need, divide the total square footage of your wall by the total square footage of one roll. For example, if your wall is 96 square feet and each roll is 55 square feet, you'll need two rolls of wallpaper (96 ÷ 55 = 1.75, round up to 2 rolls).

Step 6: Account for Pattern Repeat

If the wallpaper you've chosen has a pattern repeat, you'll need to account for that when calculating the amount of wallpaper needed. To do this, simply multiply the pattern repeat by the number of drops you'll need. A "drop" refers to the vertical length of wallpaper that will cover one full height of your wall.

Step 7: Double Check Your Measurements

Before making your final purchase, double-check your measurements. Measuring your wall accurately is crucial to ensuring that you purchase the right amount of wallpaper, so take your time and measure carefully.

Finally, measuring your walls accurately is an essential step in adding new wallpaper to your home. By following these simple steps, you'll be able to calculate the amount of wallpaper you need, avoid any unnecessary waste, and create a beautiful new look for your walls.